Stocks To Buy Or Sell Today, August 3, 2026: Maruti Suzuki, ITC, Indian Oil, Tata Steel Among Shares That May Remain In Spotlight On Monday

Indian equity markets are set for stock specific action on Monday as investors continue to digest first quarter financial results, fresh monthly auto sales figures, and corporate developments announced over the weekend. Key heavyweights including Maruti Suzuki India, Indian Oil Corporation, ITC, Tata Steel, and Swiggy are expected to drive sentiment in individual counters through the session.

Auto Sector Gains Momentum Following Record July Sales

The automotive sector is likely to remain at the forefront of market activity following the release of July 2026 sales figures. Maruti Suzuki India reported a record monthly domestic performance, dispatching 200,123 units in July, a 33.7 percent year on year increase in total volume to 241,421 units. Growth was led by strong demand in the compact car segment, which saw 90,822 units sold, along with utility vehicles at 78,851 units. Stock Market Timings Change From August 3: What the New Closing Auction Session Means for F&O Traders.

The strong monthly sales numbers follow Maruti Suzuki's Q1 FY27 earnings update, in which net sales expanded 36 percent year on year to Rs 49,959 crore. However, net profit came in at Rs 3,352 crore due to higher raw material input costs during the quarter. Other key auto stocks, including Tata Motors and TVS Motor, are also likely to remain in focus following a robust monthly sales trajectory. Stock Market Holidays in August 2026: Full List of NSE and BSE Closures.

Oil & Gas, FMCG, And Industrial Heavyweights In Focus

State run refiner Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is under active coverage as market participants evaluate its latest quarterly operational metrics, refining margins, and green energy investments.

FMCG major ITC is drawing attention following corporate developments, including the completion of its acquisition of Century Pulp and Paper, as well as ongoing updates across its core cigarette, agribusiness, and hotel operations.

In the steel and defense space, Tata Steel reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,318 crore for the June quarter, up 11.6 percent from Rs 2,078 crore a year earlier. Meanwhile, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders posted a 21.5 percent increase in net profit to Rs 549.4 crore, supported by revenue growth of 12.1 percent to Rs 2,943 crore and an order book standing at Rs 18,218 crore.

New Age Tech And Consumer Sector Updates

Food delivery and quick commerce platform Swiggy is expected to see active trading after narrowing its Q1 consolidated net loss to Rs 791 crore, down from Rs 1,197 crore in the corresponding period last year. Revenue rose 37 percent year on year to Rs 6,812 crore, with the company's quick commerce vertical, Instamart, reaching contribution margin break even during the quarter.

Pharma and housing finance counters also present key updates for the session. Torrent Pharma registered a 3.3 percent rise in net profit to Rs 566 crore alongside a 54.8 percent jump in operational revenue to Rs 4,921 crore. LIC Housing Finance recorded a 9.9 percent year on year net profit expansion for the June quarter.

Market Outlook And Macro Factors

Investors will continue to track broader market triggers alongside earnings disclosures on Monday, including global energy price shifts and international market cues, as corporate reporting for the June quarter enters its final phase.

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